Florence Footsteps Of Medici Tour

This tour is the best walking tour that you can ever have in Florence. It is a great introduction to the city for both first-timers as well as returners. It covers the main attractions of the city and also the hidden gems that are well and truly "off the beaten track" and gives you facts you wouldn't know or notice walking around by yourself. While you'll be led through the city you will be even accompanied through three centuries full of thrilling stories about the Medici family who influenced Florence’s history; little by little the Renaissance will become alive in front of you. You will not be involved in a boring, neutral lecture, but in a pleasant stroll through the center of Florence, in a friendly and easy-going atmosphere.

This tour is a funny and easy-going introduction to Florence, perfect either for beginners and experts. With us you’ll get a general overview of the city, passing by its highlights, but you’ll also discover some thrilling stories, hidden gems and unknown fun-facts that will awake your curiosity and make you want to know the next chapter.. In an amusing walk by Florence’s wonders, you'll understand why this city became the cradle of the Renaissance and changed our global history. You’ll also dive into the intrigues of one of the most powerful dynasties of all times, the Medici family, and you’ll realize their astounding impact, visible even in our daily lives. And many more! We’ll also give you useful information and tips about many different things: from how to avoid leather scams to how to choose the best gelato! To sum up, you’ll feel and see Florence with the heart and eyes of a local.

Medici-Focused Storytelling: Go beyond general Florence tours with a deep dive into the lives, power, and legacy of the Medici family—arguably the most influential patrons of the Renaissance. Curated Itinerary of Medici Landmarks: Visit the Riccardi Medici Palace, Palazzo Vecchio, and the Medici Chapels—all tied to the family's rise and reign over Florence. Exclusive Access: Benefit from pre-booked entry to the Medici Chapels and Michelangelo’s New Sacristy, avoiding long lines and uncovering hidden details with your guide. Expert Local Guide: Be led by a guide well-versed in Medici history and Renaissance art, bringing to life the family’s influence on politics, religion, and culture. Perfect for Art & History Lovers: This tour is tailored for those who want to understand the connection between power, art, and architecture in shaping Florence's identity.

Explore all the secrets hidden of the Medici family during a guided experience into the Medici Chapels and admire Michelangelo’ masterpieces. Get ready to admire some of the most beautiful and unique works of art in the world.

Enjoy an insightful private tour of the Medici Chapels – the last home of the famous dynasty that wrote the history of Florence. If you are an art lover it’s a must for you to visit the Medici Chapels, but without a tour guide, you will deny yourself a unique opportunity to learn the gossips and secrets hidden within their walls. Built as the mausoleum for the Grand Dukes of Florence it became a breathtaking museum decorated with most precious and incorruptible materials: marble and granite, jasper and alabaster, lapis and many other semiprecious stones. Discover the New Sacristy – another masterpiece of Michelangelo Buonarroti where he revealed himself not only as a talented sculptor but also as an expressive architect. Join me for this incredible tour and smoothly navigate in the Chapels. Be the first to see all the details, avoiding all the hassle of big group tours. IMPORTANT: Please note that the SECRET ROOM OF MICHELANGELO is NOT included in this tour.

Experience Florence's Renaissance brilliance on a guided tour led by an expert first-class local guide. Discover iconic highlights such as Piazza Della Signoria, Ponte Vecchio, and the Duomo Square & Cathedral, including famous statues like Michelangelo's David. Enjoy priority access to the essential San Lorenzo Church and Medici Chapel for an exclusive Renaissance immersion, ensuring an unforgettable visit to Florence. Embark on a captivating 3.5-hour tour led by an expert first-class local English-speaking guide, immersing yourself in Florence's rich Renaissance heritage. Enjoy timed entrances to the spectacular Medici Chapel and the San Lorenzo Chapel, showcasing Florence’s remarkable Renaissance art collection before marveling at the 13th-century Duomo Cathedral, featuring Brunelleschi's iconic Dome and Lantern. Admire outstanding sculptures at the Gothic-style Loggia Dei Lanzi and view Michelangelo's renowned Doors of Paradise at the Baptistry.

This small group walking tour takes you through the less crowded southern part of Florence, with stops inside every building along the way. You'll learn about the Medici family in order, putting faces to the names you’ve heard, and discover their impact on the city. The tour also covers Michelangelo’s life, including his education, his relationship with the Medici family, and the story behind the statue of David. By the end of the tour, you'll have a complete understanding, so when you visit the Accademia, you'll know exactly what you're looking at.

Step into the fascinating world of the Medici, the family that shaped the very soul of Florence and sparked the Renaissance. From their modest origins as bankers to their rise as dukes and patrons of the arts, this tour takes you on an unforgettable journey through the history of one of Europe’s most influential dynasties. Accompanied by a licensed, knowledgeable guide, you’ll explore the places that marked their lives and their legacy—magnificent palaces, majestic churches, private chapels, and even secret passageways once used to move through the city in safety and style. As you walk the same streets they once ruled, you’ll uncover stories of ambition, art, power struggles, and cultural brilliance. This is more than a tour, it’s a deep dive into the heartbeat of Florence, told through the extraordinary lives of the Medici. Whether you're a history lover, an art enthusiast, or simply curious about the city’s past, this experience will leave you inspired and enchanted.

Discover the hidden magic of the Boboli Gardens on an exclusive 2-hour tour through the most fascinating Renaissance garden in Italy. Walk in the footsteps of the Medici in this open-air museum, where art and nature come together in perfect harmony. Highlights of the tour: ✨ Explore the impressive Amphitheater, the largest garden-theater in Europe, where the Medici put on grandiose performances ✨ See the mysterious Grotta del Buontalenti, a Mannerist masterpiece with its grotesques and hidden sculptures ✨ Discover Giambologna's monumental Ocean Fountain, surrounded by centuries-old water features ✨ Enjoy stunning views of Florence from the Giardino del Cavaliere Your expert guide will reveal secrets, anecdotes, art, and intrigues of the Medici family, as they take you through panoramic terraces, hidden fountains, and little-known corners of this green paradise in the heart of Florence. Book now for an unforgettable trip to the Florentine Renaissance!

Relive the story of the family that managed to become the symbol of a city, facing countless obstacles, betrayals and victories. Explore the most symbolic places of the Medici family in Florence, the most famous city of the Renaissance. See where many of the scenes from the tv series “THE MEDICI” took place. Uncover the true essence of the main characters of the Medici Family, Lorenzo the Magnificent, Cosimo the Elder or Piero the Unfortunate. But also explore the amazing palaces of enemy families like the Strozzi, Albizi, and Pazzi. Together we will visit the Palazzo Medici, a famous architectural work of the fifteenth century and the beautiful Chapel of the Magi, which was painted by Benozzo Gozzoli. We will also visit a secret place where the genius Michelangelo learned to sculpt, under the shadow of one of Donatello’s pupils, the Bertoldo.

Discover the astonishing beauty of Florence's most important sites on our guided walking tour. Follow in the footsteps of the Medici family in the captivating Medici Family District, where you'll explore narrow streets and encounter monumental landmarks like Palazzo Medici Riccardi and San Lorenzo square. Immerse yourself in the religious center of Florence, marveling at the grand Cathedral with its iconic Brunelleschi dome, the intricate Baptistery, and the towering Giotto bell tower. Experience the awe-inspiring Piazza Signoria, home to the magnificent Palazzo Vecchio and its impressive Arnolfo tower. Finally, discover the enchanting Ponte Vecchio, Florence's oldest bridge, and revel in the vibrant atmosphere of its renowned jewelry shops. Book now and create lasting memories of Florence's timeless allure on this guided walking tour. Choose the option with the Tuscan lunch and enjoy our typical Food.

Unveiling the Medici! Explore Florence & witness the rise of this powerful family. Walk historic streets, visit the grand Medici Riccardi Palace – their first residence. Learn how clever marriages & partnerships solidified their influence. See the incredible San Lorenzo Church, rebuilt by the Medici in Renaissance style. Explore the Medici Chapels (exterior) – their final resting place. Cross the Arno River to Oltrarno district & discover Palazzo Pitti, their final home. This 1.5-hour tour unveils the Medici legacy!

It’s the history that made the city today. During this private tour, it’s time to discover Florence through the Famous Historical Medici Family. Embark on a storytelling journey that will keep you entertained while at the same time giving you insights you can’t find in a history book. Delve deep into the subject with highlights and landmarks like Piazza Strozzi, Piazza della Signoria and Palazzo Pitti. Connect their relevance to this historical event and the effects it had from past to present in Florence. Thanks to your local guide, it will be as if you just took a trip back in time! Withlocals History City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local products and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Discover the stories of the most elite families of the time • Walk to see the most important streets and palaces • See the stunning architecture of the historical buildings – Discover the Medici's story with a walk through the most important streets and palaces. From Giovanni de Medici to Lorenzo de Medici, see, hear about, and understand the power of this incredible family.

Built between the 16th and 17th centuries inside the Church of San Lorenzo in Florence, the Medici Chapels are the monumental burial place of the Medici family and became a museum in 1869. This private tour offers exclusive access to the stunning architecture and artworks of the Chapels, with a dedicated guide who will share the fascinating history of the Medici dynasty and explain the masterpieces inside. Highlights include the Cappella dei Principi, a richly decorated funerary chapel with mosaics and frescoes; the Crypt of the Lorenas, housing the tombs of figures like Cosimo the Elder and Lorenzo the Magnificent; and the New Sacristy, designed by Michelangelo, featuring some of his most famous sculptures such as Dawn and Dusk. A must-see for those passionate about Renaissance art and Florentine history.

This tour unlocks the magic of Florence! Explore the iconic Duomo and its Baptistery, then marvel at Giotto's Bell Tower. Follow the Medici footsteps through Piazza della Signoria, with a stop to see Michelangelo's David. Next, unwind in the heart of Florence's 16th-century Boboli Gardens. Discover hidden fountains, secret grottos, and captivating stories with your expert guide. This tour unveils Florence's soul, from Renaissance wonders to Medici secrets.

Learn about the Medici family on a visit to the villa where they once lived, and hear tales about their lives in Renaissance Florence. With your own private guide, you’ll explore the gardens and interiors of Villa Petraia, and discover the wealth and influence of the Medici dynasty.

discover the places where the power of the De Medici family took shape. Accompanied by a professional guide to discover the secrets of Florence and the TV series that gave them prominence.

Explore important places for the Medici family on this guided walking tour. Discover the story of the family that managed to become the symbol of a city, facing countless obstacles, betrayals and victories. Explore the most symbolic places of the Medici family in Florence, the most famous city of the Renaissance. See where many of the scenes from the tv series “THE MEDICI” took place. Uncover the true essence of the main characters of the Medici Family, Lorenzo the Magnificent, Cosimo the Elder or Piero the Unfortunate. But also explore the amazing palaces of enemy families like the Strozzi, Albizi, and Pazzi. Together we will visit the Palazzo Medici, a famous architectural work of the fifteenth century and the beautiful Chapel of the Magi, which was painted by Benozzo Gozzoli. We will also visit a secret place where the genius Michelangelo learned to sculpt, under the shadow of one of Donatello’s pupils, the Bertoldo.

Step into the heart of Florence’s history with this 3-hour tour dedicated to the powerful Medici family, who influenced both the city and Italy for centuries. Your journey begins at the Palazzo Medici Riccardi, the original residence of the Medici. Admire its Renaissance architecture and frescoes as you learn about the family's rise to power. Next, explore the Medici Chapels and the tombs sculpted by Michelangelo. Continue to the Church of San Lorenzo, where the family rests, and witness Michelangelo’s works. Finish with a visit to Piazza della Signoria and Palazzo Vecchio, Florence’s political heart. This tour will immerse you in the Medici legacy, showcasing their art, power, and lasting influence on the Renaissance.